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Samsung Washer Replace Rotor Position Sensor #DC31-00098A

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This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the rotor position sensor on Samsung washing machines. The most common reason for replacing the sensor is when the control panel displays an error code, which differs from model to model.

All of the information in this rotor position sensor replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Samsung

Tools used: multi-screwdriver, Phillips head bit, 19mm socket, rubber mallet, 10mm socket

Step By Step Instructions

1
To replace the rotor position sensor in your washer, first remove the screws securing the rear panel.
2
Now shift the panel up and pull it out from the bottom to remove.
3
Use a 19mm socket and strike it with a mallet to help loosen the rotor mounting bolt.
4
Unthread the bolt and pull off the rotor.
5
Next, disconnect the wires from the rotor position sensor.
6
Now use a 10mm socket to remove the mounting bolts securing the stator.
7
Pull off the stator assembly.
8
Use a small phillips-head screwdriver to remove the screws securing the rotor position sensor to the stator.
9
Pull off the old sensor.
10
Install the new rotor position sensor by aligning the terminals and snapping the sensor into place.
11
Replace the screws to secure.
12
Reposition the stator assembly on the tub bearing housing.
13
Reinstall the mounting bolts to secure.
14
Connect the wires to the new sensor.
15
Reposition the rotor thread the mounting bolt and tighten with the socket and mallet.
16
Reinstall the rear panel by inserting the upper tabs into the slots then align the lower tabs and push the panel down.
17
Replace the screws.
18
With the repair complete, plug the power cord back in and your washer should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the rotor position sensor on Samsung washing machines. The most common reason for replacing the sensor is when the control panel displays an error code, which differs from model to model.

All of the information in this rotor position sensor replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Samsung

Tools used: multi-screwdriver, Phillips head bit, 19mm socket, rubber mallet, 10mm socket
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
To replace the rotor position sensor in your washer, first remove the screws securing the rear panel.
2
Now shift the panel up and pull it out from the bottom to remove.
3
Use a 19mm socket and strike it with a mallet to help loosen the rotor mounting bolt.
4
Unthread the bolt and pull off the rotor.
5
Next, disconnect the wires from the rotor position sensor.
6
Now use a 10mm socket to remove the mounting bolts securing the stator.
7
Pull off the stator assembly.
8
Use a small phillips-head screwdriver to remove the screws securing the rotor position sensor to the stator.
9
Pull off the old sensor.
10
Install the new rotor position sensor by aligning the terminals and snapping the sensor into place.
11
Replace the screws to secure.
12
Reposition the stator assembly on the tub bearing housing.
13
Reinstall the mounting bolts to secure.
14
Connect the wires to the new sensor.
15
Reposition the rotor thread the mounting bolt and tighten with the socket and mallet.
16
Reinstall the rear panel by inserting the upper tabs into the slots then align the lower tabs and push the panel down.
17
Replace the screws.
18
With the repair complete, plug the power cord back in and your washer should be ready for use.

Applicable Product Model

Parts Needed
Recommended Tools and Accessories
Cleaner
Cleaner
$9.80
Cleaner
Cleaner
$7.62
Total$0.00

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